Ongoing:

Lady Bugs (2023-)
Online Exhibition: https://leokang.com/ladybug/

 
 

Laewoo (Leo) Kang, 강래우 (姜來佑), Ph.D.

Independent HCI researcher, multi-media artist
(email) laewoo@gmail.com; (C.V) download C.V 

Hello, there! Welcome to my online space. My name is Leo Kang (강래우). I am an indie researcher and artist, majorly working in the field of Human-Computer-Interaction (HCI) and media art. My work explores how art practice can be a useful learning and research model in computing and the broader STEM fields.

I believe that art practice, paired with engineering and ethnography, can produce richer socio-technical forms of learning and a deeper understanding of human-computer interaction. I also believe that art can support various nonlinear learners (improvisational, multi-sensory) — those who struggle in academic areas, especially STEM, where goal-oriented and plan-based learning methods are still dominant and prioritized.

I have a PhD in Information Science with a minor in Science and Technology Studies (STS) from Cornell University. I also have a hybrid background that bridges engineering, art, and humanities. Thanks for visiting my website, and I hope you enjoy my work here! Please email me if you have any questions.